Saudi Arabia

Egyptian-Saudi electricity interconnection project to start pilot operation by next summer

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 - 01:58 GMT

Egyptian Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Esmat met with his Saudi counterpart Abdulaziz bin Salman in Riyadh to discuss ways to support and enhance cooperation and partnership in the energy fields, open new horizons in the fields of electricity storage and renewable energy, and review developments in the implementation of the electrical interconnection project between the two countries.

Egyptian president receives Saudi Minister of Culture

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 - 12:14 GMT

The Egyptian president valued the historic ties with Saudi Arabia across all fields.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia sign supply chain pact to enhance industrial ties

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 - 10:53 GMT

This agreement aims to enhance specialized steel industries, galvanization processes, and the production of telecommunications towers, while supporting participation in government and public sector tenders within the Saudi market. The partnership also opens the door for future cooperation in a wide range of industrial products.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia strengthen economic ties across industrial, mining cooperation

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 - 03:20 GMT

Prime Minister Madbouly highlighted Egypt’s vast investment opportunities in the industrial sector, inviting Saudi companies to capitalize on Egypt’s strategic network of free trade agreements. These agreements, he explained, open access to international markets and provide competitive advantages for investors

Backing Saudi World Cup bid 'wasn't a difficult decision', says FA chair

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 - 10:07 GMT

England's FA decided to back Saudi Arabia's bid to host the 2034 World Cup after being reassured by answers they received from the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF) during a meeting last month, chair Debbie Hewitt said on Friday.

Egypt & Saudi Arabia agree to reduce customs clearance time from 3 days to 3 hours

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 - 11:04 GMT

The agreement aims to enhance trade flows, strengthen international supply chains, and provide reciprocal benefits to the private sector in both countries.

Egyptian consulate in Jeddah solves problem of 102 stranded citizens in Saudi Arabia

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 - 09:21 GMT

The issue arose due to the expiration of their "transit" visas, which affected those who had arrived after performing Umrah (small pilgrimage).

Madbouly tours Egypt-Saudi Arabia electricity interconnection project to check on progress

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 - 04:32 GMT

During his visit to the site, Prime Minister Madbouly reviewed various components of the project, including transformer rooms and high-voltage equipment areas.

Egyptian, Saudi ministers of agriculture agree on food security cooperation at UNCCD COP16

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 - 08:32 GMT

Minister of Agriculture Alaa Farouk and his Saudi counterpart Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli, discussed on Tuesday means to enhance joint cooperation between their two countries.

Saudi Arabia’s FM praise Egypt's efforts to enhance regional security

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 - 01:39 GMT

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan expressed on Monday his country's appreciation for the Egyptian efforts to enhance regional security, in light of the continued Israeli aggression and systematic daily targeting of civilians in the Gaza Strip.

Egypt, Saudi Arabia strengthen economic ties at World Investment Conference

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 - 11:03 GMT

El Khatib highlighted Egypt’s competitive advantages as a prime destination for Saudi investments, citing the availability of a skilled workforce, competitive wages, advanced infrastructure, reliable energy resources, and extensive free trade agreements

Egypt’s Environment Minister discusses regional cooperation with UAE, Saudi counterparts

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 - 03:08 GMT

Fouad stressed the importance of ensuring that this goal serves the interests of developing Arab and African nations by helping them strengthen climate mitigation efforts, build resilient societies, and address losses and damages caused by climate change.

Victory over Saudi Arabia gives Indonesia World Cup belief, says coach Shin

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 - 05:18 GMT

Marselino Ferdinan struck twice against the Herve Renard-coached Saudis to secure his country's first win in the third phase of the continent's qualifiers, boosting their hopes of an appearance at the finals in North America.

Egyptian, Saudi Health Ministers discuss enhancement of bilateral cooperation

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 - 10:47 GMT

The meeting of the two ministers came on the sidelines of the activities of the 4th Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), hosted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, said the Egyptian Health Ministry in a statement on Saturday.

Volume of trade exchange bet. Egypt, Saudi Arabia reach $7.5B during 2024

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 - 11:56 GMT

Egypt’s exports to Saudi Arabia reached $2.4 billion in the first nine months of 2024, up from $1.9 billion in the same period of 2023, showing a growth of 26.3%.

TMG reports record sales: EGP 53bn from Benan project in Saudi Arabia

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 - 02:51 GMT

Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) has reported record sales, reaching EGP 470bn (equivalent to $9.4bn) as of November 6th. This represents a significant increase of over four times compared to the EGP 108bn recorded during the same period last year.

BRICS summit recommended alternative currency payment methods: Lavrov

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 - 07:14 GMT

Egypt is a leading country and one of the largest and most influential economies in North Africa and the Arab League, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told BRICS TV network.

Saudi Arabic tops list of BRICS states importing from Egypt

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 - 04:58 GMT

The value of Egyptian exports to the Kingdom amounted to about $2.2 billion, reported CAPMAS.

French coach Renard back in charge of Saudi Arabia

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 - 02:57 GMT

The 56-year-old, who was in charge of the Saudis from 2019 to 2023, takes over from Italian Mancini who left the position on Thursday by mutual agreement after 14 months in the job.

PM: 1st phase of Egyptian-Saudi electricity interconnection project to be done by next May

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 - 06:42 GMT

He noted that the project's timeline was reaffirmed during Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Cairo this week.

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